Competetent Crew

The five-day RYA Competent Crew sailing course aboard our ultra-modern and well-equipped Beneteau Oceanis 43 named Ellie Lauren is for beginners and those who would like to become an active crew member rather than just a passenger.

You will spend a fun week gaining practical hands-on experience in general boat handling and safety on board which includes helming, mooring, man overboard drills, dropping anchor, handling sails and ropes and assisting in all the day-to-day routines.

During your five days there will also be time to relax in the sunshine, appreciate the stunning scenery and enjoy time anchored in charming bays.

Competent Crew is the entry-level course of the Royal Yachting Association for those who wish to be active crew members of a sailing yacht. It is a hands-on course and by the end of the course participants should be able to steer, handle sails, keep a lookout, row a dinghy and assist in all the day-to-day duties on board. The Competent Crew course is one of a structured series of courses run by the RYA including Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster.

Pre-course requirements

No age restriction

No pre-course experience or assumed knowledge required

Recommended reading

None

Bring with you on the day

Waterproof clothing

Sunscreen

Course Details

Duration: 5 days

Start and finish time: 09.30 to variable

Course Content

Knowledge of sea terms and parts of a boat

Rigging and sails

Sail handling

Ropework

Fire precautions and fighting

Personal safety equipment

Man overboard

Emergency equipment

Meteorology

Seasickness

Helmsmanship

General duties

Manners and customs

Rules of the road

Dinghies

Certification

The Competent Crew Certificate is awarded on completion of the course.

Note:

If you have done the Start Yachting course, this course can be completed in 3 days

Professional Yacht Crew

If you currently work, or are hoping to work in the yachting industry you need appropriate training and qualifications. For sail, motor, power and personal watercraft, the Royal Yachting Association of Great Britain (RYA) has a wide range of highly respected qualifications that are internationally recognised and many of which can be commercially endorsed for those working in the maritime sector.